Nova Biomedical

Systems Engineer Level 1/2

Nova Biomedical • $80K — $120K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in mechanical testing or product development
  • Familiarity with data analysis tools like Excel and Minitab
  • Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment and prototyping
  • Exposure to regulated environments, preferably in medical devices
  • Ability to communicate technical findings clearly

Responsibilities

  • Execute hands-on laboratory testing including setup and troubleshooting
  • Support senior engineers in design and analysis tasks
  • Analyze and summarize test data using standard tools
  • Incorporate test results into CAD models using SolidWorks
  • Identify potential failure mechanisms and assist in risk mitigation
  • Maintain organized documentation in compliance with regulations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to share insights

Benefits

  • Flexible medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Competitive 401k company match
  • Bonus program and generous PTO
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Company marketplace for lunch and snacks
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

The Systems Engineer (Level 1/2) is an individual contributor who supports the design, testing, and reliability improvement of laboratory instrumentation within the Engineering (AI) group. This entry- to mid-level role emphasizes hands-on laboratory testing, design iteration, and risk reduction activities under the guidance of senior engineers. The engineer contributes to resolving performance and reliability issues in a collaborative, regulated product development environment.

Responsibilities:
  • Execute hands-on laboratory testing (integration, verification, thermal, fluidic, and reliability), including test setup, instrumentation, troubleshooting, and data collection.
  • Support senior engineers by executing assigned test, design, analysis, and troubleshooting activities that help reduce technical risk and improve system performance.
  • Analyze test data using standard tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab) and summarize findings, observations, and recommended next steps in clear technical communication.
  • Support mechanical design iteration by incorporating test results into CAD models and drawings using SolidWorks.
  • Assist with identification of potential failure mechanisms and support risk mitigation activities through testing and basic analysis.
  • Maintain organized design and test documentation in compliance with regulated product development requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to share observations, results, and recommendations.

Experience Requirements:
  • Experience supporting mechanical testing, reliability improvement, performance troubleshooting, or design iteration in a laboratory or product development setting.
  • Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, Analyse-it, or similar.
  • Hands-on experience with prototyping, fixtures, or experimental laboratory hardware.
  • Exposure to regulated product development environments; medical device experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
  • Able to stand or sit for extended periods.
  • Manual dexterity required for handling laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
  • Capacity to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
  • Comfort with performing repetitive tasks.
  • Willingness to work in a laboratory environment with exposure to chemicals or biological materials.
  • Able to use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Occasional bending, reaching, or movement within lab environment.

Why Work for Nova Biomedical
  • Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
  • Competitive 401k company match
  • Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Generous Tuition reimbursement
  • Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development, engagement and events
  • Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
  • Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location: Onsite inNorwood, MA

Targeted Salary Range: $80,000 to $120,000 annually

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

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About Nova Biomedical

Nova Biomedical is a privately held medical device company based in Waltham, Massachusetts. The company develops, manufactures, and sells blood testing analyzers, and provides diagnostic testing solutions for hospitals, clinics, and laboratories worldwide. Nova Biomedical's products are used in critical care settings, emergency rooms, physician offices, and clinics. The company's products include point-of-care blood gas and electrolyte analyzers, as well as benchtop laboratory analyzers. Nova Biomedical was founded in 1976 by Robert C. Collins, and is still owned by the Collins family.
Learn more about Nova Biomedical
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1,200 employees
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Founded
1976

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